Privacy Policy

App Name: Placevu

Effective Date: March 17, 2026

Last Updated: March 17, 2026

1. Introduction

Placevu ("we", "our", or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you use the Placevu mobile application (the "App") on iOS and Android devices.

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Location Information

• We collect precise (GPS) and approximate location data when you grant permission.
• This is used to:
  • Show nearby places
  • Improve search relevance
• Location data is:
  • Used in real-time
  • Not stored on our servers

You can disable location access anytime via your device settings.

2.2 Device & Usage Information

We may collect limited non-personal data such as:

• Device identifiers (e.g., Advertising ID)
• Device type, OS version
• App usage interactions

Used for:

• Analytics
• Performance improvements
• Advertising

2.3 Locally Stored Data

We store certain data only on your device, including:

• Recently viewed places
• App preferences (theme, filters, search radius)

This data:

• Is never transmitted to our servers
• Can be cleared anytime via device settings

2.4 Information We Do Not Collect

• Email, or phone number
• Account or login data
• Payment or financial information

All payments are securely processed by platform providers such as Google Play and Apple App Store.

3. How We Use Information

• Provide location-based place discovery
• Personalize user experience
• Improve app performance
• Display advertisements

We do not sell or rent user data.

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Google Maps & Places API

• Used for place data, reviews, photos, and directions
• May process location and usage data

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.2 Google Mobile Ads (AdMob)

• Displays ads within the App
• May collect:
  • Advertising ID
  • IP address
  • Device and usage data

Supports personalized and non-personalized ads.

4.3 Platform Services

Google Play Services (Android) – Provides location services and core functionality

Apple Core Location (iOS) – Provides location services

4.4 In-App Purchases

• Handled securely by Google Play Billing and Apple In-App Purchases
• We do not store payment details

5. Advertising

• Banner ads
• Interstitial ads
• Rewarded ads

Served by Google AdMob.

6. Data Retention

• All user-related data is stored locally on your device only
• Removed when app is uninstalled or data is cleared

7. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

8. Data Security

• HTTPS (TLS encryption)
• No storage of personal data on servers
• Secure local storage

9. Your Rights & Choices

Location Access

Control via device settings

App Data

Clear via device settings

Ads Personalization

Controlled via Google or Apple settings

Uninstall

Removes all app data

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

Email: placevu26@gmail.com